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How much does it cost to charter a yacht in Australia?

How much does it cost to charter a yacht in Australia?

Crewed charters on one of several monohulls cost from $1,020 AUD to $1,600 AUD per day, depending on the size of the boat and the length of the charter. Most boats have a 10% public holiday surcharge and require a deposit or insurance bond to cover damages or accidents.

How much does it cost to charter a small boat?

Average Yacht Charter Cost: Base Prices

Average Weekly Sailing Charter Rates Sailing Yacht
$40,000-$100,000 Catamarans over 80ft
Average Weekly Motor Yacht Charter Rates Motor Yachts
$20,000-$25,000 Motor yachts under 80ft
$35,000-$80,000 Motor yachts between 80ft and 120ft

How long does it take to sail from Brisbane to Whitsundays?

The full journey between Brisbane and Cairns takes 25 hours, but to get to the Whitsundays you can get off at Proserpine and get a taxi or bus connection to Airlie Beach. Brisbane to Proserpine takes about 15 hours.

Who owns Dream Yacht Charter?

Loïc Bonnet
Loïc Bonnet, founder and CEO of Dream Yacht Charter, said: “The investment made in Dream Yacht Charter’s fleet in 2019/2020 is worth $165 million.

How much does it cost to charter a yacht on below deck?

Hiring a yacht from Below Deck isn’t cheap. The majority cost in the neighborhood of $150,000 per week. Yet, that charter rate doesn’t include expenses, including fuel, dockage fees, and taxes. Yet, for that price, you’ll get a truly world-class experience.

Can you drive from Brisbane to Whitsundays?

The drive from Cairns or Brisbane to the Whitsundays via the Bruce Highway is often an enjoyable one with plenty of things to see along the way and many towns to stop in or even stay the night. There are plenty of places to park your car or campervan during the day or overnight.

How do I get to the Whitsundays from Australia?

Getting to the Whitsundays

  1. Whitsundays by Air. The Whitsundays are serviced by two main airports, the Great Barrier Reef Airport on Hamilton Island* and Whitsunday Coast Airport on the mainland at Proserpine.
  2. Whitsundays Ferry – Island Hop Pass.
  3. Whitsundays by Rail.
  4. Whitsundays by Coach or Bus.
  5. Whitsundays by Road.

What is charter ownership?

Most sailors dream of owning their own boats one day. So-called charter ownership offers a way for sailors to buy boats at a discount, enjoy plenty of time on board and avoid the expensive running costs that come with outright ownership.

How much do yachts cost to maintain?

A 180-foot superyacht and/or mega yacht costs a minimum of $4.75 million per year to operate and maintain. Kitty McGowan of the US Superyacht Association estimates an annual budget of $1 million for maintenance and repairs, $350,000 for dockage, $240,000 for insurance, $400,000 for fuel, and $1.4 million for the crew.


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